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RAINBOW GLADIOLUS MIXTURE 
25 Bulbs for JOC (Grade No. 3) 
Top quality Gladiolus bulbs. Sure to grow. Will pro- 
duce heavy, erect stalks, with large florets, evenly 
distributed along stem. Offered at these low prices 
only because they are not labeled as to variety 
names, All are outstanding varieties. A rainbow 
mixture—yellow, lavender, red, pink and two- 
tones. All bright, clear colors. One of the best of all 
flowers for floral arrangements. See Page 29 for 
Flower Arranging Kit. Plant in spring only. Dig 
and store bulbs in fall. Prepaid. 
91 GK 3258—Grade No. 1. 25 Bulbs for.......$1.45 
91 GK 3259—Grade No. 2. 25 Bulbs for....... 1.19 
91 GK 3262—Grade No. 3. 25 Bulbs for........79¢ 
FRAGRANT TUBEROSE 
4 for 63¢ 
(Polianthes tuberosa). Grows to 24 in. tall. Blooms 
late summer and fall. Flower clusters are most 
beautitul at night; the waxy white petals appear 
luminous. This variety is the sweetest of all Tube- 
roses—one stalk often perfumes an entire room. 
Especially fragrant in the evening. Plant in spring 
only. Dig and store, in the fall. 
91 GK 3600—Shipped Prepaid. 4 for 63c; 10 for $1.40 
GLAD FANCIERS’ GARDEN-39 Bulbs 3.65 
91 GK 3251—Guap Fanciers’ GARDEN. This money-saving collection includes 3 each 
of the 4 Choice Gladiolus pictured and described on Page 73, and 3 each of the 9 
Prize Winning Gladiolus described below and pictured opposite. These 13 highly 
rated Glads include a complete range of vivid colors and bi-colors. All are Grade 
Now lpBulbs) Shipped Prapaid. co Bulls. site nici eaters eren eon $3.65 
PLANT PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS FOR BIGGER, MORE COLORFUL BLOOMS 
Bloom 75 to 95 days after planting. All of the 9 prize winning varieties listed here are 
rated as large or giant size by the American Gladiolus Society. (That is florets are 414 
inches or more across.) All are the result of years of careful breeding to give you 
larger, fuller spikes with many florets open at one time. The colors are more brilliant 
and varied. Require very little care. Thrive in any ordinary garden soil with good 
drainage. Prefer full sun. Plant 6 inches apart in spring only. Bulbs must be dug in 
fall, cleaned, and stored in open trays in a cool, dry place. Read,’’Facts About 
Wards Gladiolus’’ on Page 73, and growing information below. Your garden can be 
the most spectacular in the neighborhood with this group of colorful Glads. 
(a) 91 GK 3105—PurpLe SupREME. One of the most outstanding of the newer purple 
Gladiolus. Bright purple florets with a faint white line running through the center 
of each petal. Well-placed florets on straight stems. A consistent prize winner. 
91 GK 3134—Marcaret BEATON. Con- 
sidered the most outstanding Gladiolus 
introduction in the last 10 years. A start- 
ling contrast of red and white; bright 
red blotch deep in throat. Huge, 614-in. 
florets, usually 8 of them open atone time. 
91 GK 3118—Burma. Spectacular be- 
cause of its size and heavily ruffled 
petals. Attracts attention wherever it is 
shown, in the garden or in floral arrange- 
ments. Florets are deep rose, shading to 
lighter pink in throat. 
91 GK 3121—Daisy Maz. One of the 
most popular commercial Glads. The 
petals are a bright orange, shading to 
pink, accented by a rich rose-red throat. 
Tall, beautifully formed spikes with 8 
blooms usually opened at one time. 
91 GK 3125—Panpora. One of the 
more popular Glads. Beautiful, soft 
clear geranium pink with slightly darker 
veins in the throat. Often as many as ten 
florets open at once on the tall, rugged 
stalk. A vigorous grower. 
91 GK 3115—OrEGoN GoLp. Golden 
yellow florets deeper yellow in 
throat, are daintily ruffled and evenly 
spaced along each stem. This variety is 
an exceptionally fine grower, used by 
florists. Excellent as cut flower. 
(4) 91 GK 3120—Rep Cuarm. A magnifi- 
cent crimson red spike. One of the 
best varieties in its color. Opens 8-9 
well-placed florets on a straight stem. A 
very good variety for hot dry places. 
91 GK 3126—LavenpER DREAM. Fre- 
quently seen at Flower Shows. Soft 
rose-violet petals of crisp, firm texture, 
have lovely cream-colored markings. 
Very popular as a commercial variety. 
91 GK 8117—Mansoer. Exceptional 
in every way. Bright red, giant size 
florets, with touches of deep brown. 
Smooth texture, perfectly round when 
fully open. Has a very fine texture, with 
rich velvety glow throughout. 
PRICES OF ABOVE PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS 
State Catalog No. and Grade. Grade 1, Prepaid. 5 of one variety for............ 60c 
State Catalog No. and Grade. Grade 2, Prepaid. 5 of one variety for............ 45c 
PRIZE WINNING COLLECTION—27 Grade No. 1 Bulbs for 2.65 
For those who take great pride in having the biggest and best Gladiolus in the neigh- 
borhood, or for gardeners who enjoy competing in local garden shows. This group 
is composed of all 9 of the Gladiolus pictured on the facing page. 
91 GK 3270—3 each of Grade No. 1 Bulbs described above. Prepaid. 27 Bulbs. .$2.65 
91 GK 3271—3 each of Grade No. 2 Bulbs described above. Prepaid. 27 Bulbs.. 2.15 
ALL SEASON CUTTING GARDEN—50 Bulbs for 2.25 
Three sizes of bulbs which will produce flowers at different times. All top quality 
bulbs, and excellent varieties. (For explanation of sizes and grades, see '/Facts about 
Wards Gladiolus'’on Page 73). A gay mixture of colors to provide a long season of 
cutting. Make a border 10 ft. long, 114 ft. wide. Plant in spring only. Dig bulbs in fall 
for winter storage. Includes 15 Grade No. 1, 20 Grade No, 2 and 15 Grade No. 3 Bulbs. 
IIGK3268— Shipped Prepaid. Allo0/Bullbsassenien miei aie eee $2.25 
HOW TO GROW A PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS SPIKE 
You can grow any of Wards Gladiolus and have good spikes with practically no 
care. However, if you really want a show-type spike, a little extra attention will 
produce it. Plant all Gladiolus in full sun, in fairly fertile soil, and away from large 
shrubs or trees. See that they have plenty of moisture and good drainage. For show- 
type spikes water thoroughly about once a week during the growing period, espe- 
cially when the third leaf is appearing, and again when the spike begins to show. Soil 
soaking should continue until the blooms are cut. This is essential in developing a 
long show spike; lack of water may result in shorter spikes. New bulbs usually pro- 
duce the largest flowers and tallest spikes. Be sure that drainage is good or roots will 
not develop properly. Cultivate gently to keep weeds down. 
See Pace 73 For Facts ABout Warps GLADIOLUS AND EXPLANATION OF GRADES U2, BND Ss 
